Watercolor illustration of Eden's whale (Balaenoptera edeni)

Eden's whale

Balaenoptera edeni

Data Deficient

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Denmark, Norway), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 鯷鯨
Spanish Ballena tropical
German Brydewal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eden's whale?
The scientific name of Eden's whale is Balaenoptera edeni. It belongs to the genus Balaenoptera.
What is the conservation status of Eden's whale?
Eden's whale (Balaenoptera edeni) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Eden's whale live?
Eden's whale is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Denmark, Norway), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Norway, Taiwan, Venezuela.
What family does Eden's whale belong to?
Eden's whale (Balaenoptera edeni) belongs to the genus Balaenoptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Balaenopteridae.
What kingdom does Eden's whale belong to?
Eden's whale (Balaenoptera edeni) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Eden's whale?
The closest relatives of Eden's whale in the genus Balaenoptera include イワシクジラ (Iwashi Kujira), ナガスクジラ, ミンククジラ, 角島 鯨 (Tsunoshima kijura), Antarctic Minke Whale.

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